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Ford Transit Transporter vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (269 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (39900 £ vs 26900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Transporter or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Ford Transit Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26900 £, while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 39900 £. That’s a price difference of around 12985 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: manages with and is therefore more efficient than the with . The difference is about per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Transporter: with 21.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 27.10 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.80 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter performs distinct better – achieving up to 444 km, about 127 km more than the Ford Transit Transporter.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Transporter has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 269 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Transit Transporter performs evident better – reaching 120 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Sprinter Transporter pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 450 Nm compared to 430 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Transit Transporter offers significantly more seating capacity – 6 vs 3.

In curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is slight lighter – 2052 kg compared to 2074 kg. The difference is around 22 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter performs minimal better – up to 15500 L, which is about 1400 L more than the Ford Transit Transporter.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter slight takes the win – 2641 kg compared to 2607 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Transit Transporter proves to be edges out slightly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £39,900
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Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 10.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.3 - 32 kWh
  • Electric Range : 247 - 317 km
Ford Transit Transporter
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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Ford Transit Transporter

The Ford Transit is the no-nonsense workhorse that turns heavy-duty hauling into a surprisingly civilized experience, with a cabin that favors practicality over pretense. It’s the go-to for tradespeople and fleet managers who want reliability, adaptability and low running headaches — not showy gimmicks.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
39900 - 69100 £
Price
26900 - 72900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 10.3 L
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 32 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh
Electric Range
247 - 317 km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
68 kWh
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
0 - 270 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2074 - 2765 kg
Curb weight
2052 - 3166 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5531 - 6704 mm
Length
5932 - 7367 mm
Width
2059 mm
Width
1993 mm
Height
2530 - 2778 mm
Height
2331 - 2663 mm
Max trunk capacity
9300 - 14100 L
Max trunk capacity
9000 - 15500 L
Payload
735 - 2607 kg
Payload
577 - 2641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 269 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
120 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
310 - 430 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
77 - 198 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 cm3

General

Model Year
2019 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Transporter have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.